Downtown George Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Georgetown featuring central business district, boating and general coastal views
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang featuring rainforest, a waterfall and forests
Penang showing street scenes and a small town or village

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(73 reviews)

During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

3.5/5(82 reviews)

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion which includes interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(28 reviews)

This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(20 reviews)

This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Penang State Museum featuring heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.

Penang State Museum

Activities

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

AU$205
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

AU$134
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

AU$138
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

AU$36
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Wonderfood Museum

Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket

AU$7
per adult
Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
Penang Hill

Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch

AU$292
per adult
Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch
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Our pick of the best Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$141 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$141
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"A little old. But over all is good"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$201 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$201
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean property."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang

4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is AU$192 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$192
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (158 reviews)
Enjoyed this hotel
"Really enjoyed this hotel, clean and comfortable, great location. Shame the pool was getting renovated while we were there."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$98 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$98
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Really easy hotel to stay at. Breakfast was lovely, plenty of it. Staff were really helpful and it was cheap and easy for us to stay a few extra hours. They go out of their way to make sure you are happy. Comfortable beds and rooms."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is AU$77 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$77
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (733 reviews)
"Very nice stay here. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. On-site parking is simple and convenient. Close walking distance to many great places around town"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Cititel Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$317 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$317
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The Millen Penang
"Everything was really nice. It is a new hotel and well furnished. The view from the shower room was beautiful with the sunrise. Service was good and the location was close to the malls."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis showing heritage architecture

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Historic George Town
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

Downtown George Town Travel Guide

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